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Suspects Wanted for Using Counterfeit Money

Rob Dew

Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)– Lexington Police say some folks are passing around funny money in that community. Investigators say in close to two dozen incidents suspects used counterfeit $50 and $100 bills to get change at several area businesses. If you recognize any of these people call the Lexington Police Department or Crimestoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC. Categories: Lexington, Local News, News
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Lawsuit Filed following Spring Valley Classroom Incident

Rob Dew

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The student arrested for recording an incident in a Spring Valley High School Classroom is suing Richland School District 2. Niya Kenny’s Attorney Bakari Sellers of the Strom Law Firm says his client is suing the district for False Imprisonment, Negligence, and Defamation. ABC Columbia has reached out to the school district but has yet to receive a…
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Clear the Shelters: A Barking Success

ABC Columbia Staff

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- More than 100 animals found their forever homes in last weekend’s Clear the Shelters adoption special. Columbia Animal Services would like to send a heartfelt thank you to the Midlands community for the barking success. “We truly are grateful to our community that wants to be a part of the solution and provide homes for these awesome…
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Remains Found, 10 Sailors Missing from USS John McCain

ABC Columbia Staff

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WOLO) – The Commander of the US Pacific Fleet says remains have been found aboard the USS John McCain. Ten sailors remain missing however. The sailors disappeared following a collision with an oil tanker near Singapore in southeast Asia. This is the latest in a series of accidents involving naval warships in recent months. Categories: Local News, National…
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New Gamecocks Move In For 2017 School Year

USC said this is their largest incoming freshman class to date with 5,800 students.
ABC Columbia Staff

  Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– The Gamecocks are coming home to roost! Freshman are moving in to start a new chapter of their lives.  It’s like tailgating at a Gamecock football game–  a lot of people, lots of traffic, but it is a very proud tradition: move in day. Parents and students alike are excited but anxious.   “We’re so glad they…